Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Whether you're planning a short stroll through the woods or a strenuous all-day trek, make it a priority to pack proper nutrition to fuel your hike. Stopping for lunch often marks the midpoint of a hike and is a good opportunity to replenish nutrients and stoke up for the return trip.
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Buttercream frosting is one of the few food products for which healthy ingredient substitutions can produce undesirable results.
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A slow cooker offers the ideal means to cook hot dogs and keep them warm for your fundraising event. The hot dogs stay moist and develop a browned crust while cooking in the slow cooker.
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Caffeine generally has no harmful longterm physical effects, although some of the drug's short-term effects are not desirable if you consume too much caffeine.
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According to the United States Department of Agriculture, or USDA, bread falls into the grain group. This group includes all foods based on wheat, barley, oats or any other cereal grain. Other grain foods, such as pasta or oatmeal, count as bread substitutes at a one-to-one ratio.
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Atherosclerosis, or clogged arteries, is a very serious medical condition that can result in heart disease or stroke. Cholesterol and other fatty substances collect along arterial walls, narrowing your vessels and preventing blood from flowing to your heart, lungs, brain and other organs.
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If your stomach rebels at the acids in coffee, there are several ways to make your favorite brew more tolerable. Calcium-containing products like milk help neutralize acids, but the best way to enjoy coffee doesn’t rely on neutralizing existing acids.
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It's no secret that Americans are fighting the battle of the bulge, but you can even carry too much body fat if you're skinny. This phenomenon, sometimes called "skinny fat" or normal weight obesity, usually occurs in thin people who aren't physically active.
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When dried and ground up, turmeric root produces a spice commonly used in Indian and Asian cooking. The knobby, orange-yellow root can be used fresh; when thinly sliced or chopped, it adds a slight yellow tinge to foods as well as a general sense of richness.
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Lean cuts of steak contain nearly the same amount of fat, saturated fat and cholesterol-per-serving as boneless, skinless chicken breasts. In addition, lean steak has only slightly more calories in a 3-ounce serving than cooked chicken.
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Copper and zinc are two essential nutrients metals. Copper is important for keeping your heart healthy, brain development and healthy bones. Zinc is an immune-system booster and ensures that your body stays healthy.
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The plant Curcuma longa is the source of turmeric, one of the spices in curry and a substance also used as an herbal remedy for various health conditions. The chemical curcumin in turmeric provides the herb's taste, distinctive yellow color and potential medicinal properties.
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Organic food is growing in popularity, but it is more costly and harder to find than conventionally produced food. Adding a small amount of organic produce -- particularly as a substitute for conventionally-grown products with higher levels of pesticide residue -- is a good idea.
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Trying to bulk up and increase mass may mean consuming protein drinks to help your muscles recover and grow faster. Whey protein, which is a high quality protein derived from dairy, mostly milk, is a common source of protein used in shakes and drinks.
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Though many smoothies contain ice cream, sherbet, chocolate and other fatty and sugary ingredients, the refreshing treat doesn't need to be a calorie bomb that supplies little in the way of nutrition. Instead, use a smoothie as a way to boost your intake of protein, fiber and essential vitamins and minerals.
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Your from-scratch recipe might looks scrumptious, but there's no label to tell you how big a serving should be. To figure that out, you'll need to weigh the dish and calculate how much each serving will weigh from there.
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Your body is constantly burning carbohydrates and converting them to usable energy like glucose and glycogen. According to the National Strength and Conditioning Association, carbohydrates are your body’s preferred source of energy.
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No doubt, at one time or another, you've experienced tummy trouble. But if your tummy gives you problems often, you may have a sensitive stomach. Usually triggered by certain foods or situations, a "sensitive stomach"
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Immunocal is a natural health supplement produced by a company called Immunotech that contains a complete protein, which means that it supplies all of the amino acids your body needs to operate efficiently.
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Beets are a nutritious root vegetable that have slightly bitter, flavorful leaves and sweet bulbs. Prepare beet greens as you would prepare spinach or kale -- by boiling, sautéing or microwaving. Select fresh beets with crisp greens to get the best flavor and the most nutrients.
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